☸️ Srimate Ramanujaya Namaha • 108DivyaDesam Divya Desam #85 of 108 (Malai Nadu)
Thirunamam

108 Divya Desam

⬅ Back to All 108 Desams
Moozhikkalathaan (Sree Lakshmana Swamy)

Thirumoozhikkalam (Sree Lakshmana Perumal) — Divya Desam #85

Divya Desam #85 • Malai Nadu (Central Kerala Cluster)
🚗 Get Directions
•••
Part of the Nalambalam pilgrimage; Hareetha Maharishi received the sacred "Thiru Mozhi" (Twelve-letter & Eight-letter Mantras) here.

According to the Sthala Puranam and ancient Sri Vaishnava Agamas, Divya Desam #85 (Thirumoozhikkalam (Sree Lakshmana Perumal)) is revered as a sacred kshetram in Malai Nadu. The presiding deity, Lord Moozhikkalathaan (Sree Lakshmana Swamy), graces devotees in Ninra (Standing) posture facing East beneath the sacred Soundarya Vimanam, accompanied by Goddess Madhuraveni Nachiyar. Holy dips or prostrations near the Kapila Theertham (Periyar River) are believed to bestow peace, prosperity, and Moksha. Throughout the centuries, Chola, Pandya, Pallava, and Vijayanagara rulers contributed मंडपम्स (mandapams), gopurams, and stone inscriptions preserving the daily Pancharatra / Vaikhanasa Agama worship.
•••
🙏 Azhwars: Nammazhwar, Thirumangai Azhwar (14 Pasurams)
• Revered Azhwars who performed Mangalasasanam: Nammazhwar, Thirumangai Azhwar
• Total Divya Prabandham Pasurams sung: 14 Pasuram(s)

In the Naalayira Divya Prabandham, Nammazhwar, Thirumangai Azhwar praised the divine beauty (Saundaryam) and accessibility (Saulabhyam) of Lord Moozhikkalathaan (Sree Lakshmana Swamy) and Madhuraveni Nachiyar at Thirumoozhikkalam (Sree Lakshmana Perumal). Reciting the Pasurams of this Divya Desam inside the sanctum (Garbhagriha) is considered the highest spiritual offering during a pilgrim's Yatra.
•••
• Annual Brahmotsavam: Celebrated with grand Vahana processions including Garuda Sevai, Hanumantha Vahanam, Surya/Chandra Prabhai, and Rathotsavam (Temple Car festival).
• Vaikuntha Ekadasi (Margazhi): Special Paramapada Vasal / Rapathu & Pagalpathu Utsavam with recitation of Naalayira Divya Prabandham.
• Panguni Uthiram & Thayar Thirukalyana Utsavam: Celestial wedding festival of Lord Moozhikkalathaan (Sree Lakshmana Swamy) and Goddess Madhuraveni Nachiyar.
• Purattasi Saturdays & Monthly Thiruvonam / Ekadasi: Special Thirumanjanam (Abhishekam) and Vishwaroopa Darshan.
•••
• Travel Hub / Base Town: Central Kerala Cluster (Thrissur District, Kerala)
• By Road (Bus / Car / Cab): Well connected by state highways to Thrissur and nearby pilgrimage towns in Central Kerala Cluster. Auto-rickshaws and local taxis are readily available from the main bus stand.
• By Train (Railway Station): Nearest major railhead is in Thrissur / Central Kerala Cluster junction, with frequent express trains connecting Chennai, Trichy, Madurai, and other major cities.
• By Air (Airport): Nearest domestic/international airport serves the Thrissur - Kerala region (approx. 1 to 2.5 hours by cab via highway).
• Pilgrim Tip: Verify temple opening hours (6:30 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:30 PM - 8:30 PM) before starting; afternoon closure is typically between 12:30 PM and 4:00 PM.